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vetiver

Pronunciation: /ˈvɛtɪvə/

(also vetivert)
Definition of vetiver

noun

[mass noun]
  • a fragrant extract or essential oil obtained from the root of an Indian grass, used in perfumery and aromatherapy.
    • The grass is Vetiveria zizanioides, family Gramineae

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French vétiver, from Tamil veṭṭivēr, from vēr 'root'

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Definition of vetiver in the US English dictionary